Howard Elfant
On Board Since December 1996
OCSC: Why do you sail?!
HE: I love the feeling the wind in the sails, and the physics of movement without an engine, how the boat cuts efficiently through the water. There is wonderful and ever-changing natural beauty, due to lighting, clouds, current and the animals (birds, seals, dolphins). Every sailing adventure is unique!
OCSC: What do you enjoy about working at OCSC?
HE: My fellow employees have a positive attitude, and commitment and drive to do a good job. I learn from my fellow instructors, and I have enjoyed teaching various classes on a variety of different boats.
OCSC: What's your sailing background?"
HE: Bay and ocean racing on boats 24-40' long. Single- and double-handed racing. Skipper on local cruises as well as in Tonga, Carribean, Canada and Mexico. 100 ton Masters license. Sailboat owner for more than 15 years (Olson 911 - performance cruising of 30').
OCSC: When you're not sailing, what can we find you doing?
HE: Leisure activities include sailing, camping, skiing, traveling, reading, and visiting with family and friends. I also work as an optician.
OCSC: What are your top 5 sailing books of all time?
HE: Performance Sail Trim, First You Have to Row a Small Boat, Killer Ship